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Tom Brady disapproves of Trump's 'divisive' comments
I have coached football for over four decades and one of the greatest things about being in this environment is the diversity of people, backgrounds, viewpoints and relationships we are fortunate to experience. "I'm not getting into any of that", he said Sunday. "You don't have to agree with everything". Trump has called the gesture disrespectful and called repeatedly for players who do not ... [Full Article...]
Jim Harbaugh Not Happy With Purdue's Locker Room Conditions
Harbaugh said he was not "putting this on Purdue" but said Big Ten commissioner Jim Delany should look into the situation. Thinks Purdue was unsanitary . Such a tight, cramped environment where you have to open the doors to get some kind of ventilation going in a very small area. People are walking by and watching you dress. [Full Article...]
North Korea's Foreign Minister Says Trump has 'Declared War' on His Country
Rob Manning said Monday at a news conference. Ri also said Pyongyang would defend itself by shooting down American bombers even if they fly in worldwide airspace. On Saturday, the USA flashed its military might to North Korea, flying B-1B Lancer bombers from Guam and F-15C Eagle fighter escorts from Okinawa, Japan to the farthest point north of the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) any US fighter or bomb... [Full Article...]
Thunder feels like a championship team, says George
After the Oklahoma City Thunder acquired Carmelo Anthony over the weekend, the team may have another move in store, according to a report from ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski . I know Russ (Westbrook) is in a good place. Fred Katz is the Thunder beat writer for the Norman Transcript and CNHI Oklahoma as well as a host of the OKC Dream Team , a weekly Thunder podcast that runs every Tuesday. [Full Article...]
"Sunday Night Football" ratings were down, but Trump can't take the credit
Donald Trump's war of words on the National Football League stoked higher interest in pregame discussion on Sunday of Week 3. But even if ratings are down year-over-year, the early numbers also indicate that ratings for this week's slate of games could end up being better than they were for the season's first two weeks, even despite the controversy. [Full Article...]
Yankees Judge rules rookie home run record
McGwire held this mark for 30 years, setting it with the 1987 Oakland Athletics. New York Yankees' Aaron Judge greets teammates in the dugout after hitting a two-run homer during the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Yankee Stadium, Monday, Sept. [Full Article...]
Von Miller got called for the worst unsportsmanlike conduct penalty ever
Hauschka kicked four field goals and became the first Bills kicker to convert twice from 53 yards or further in the same game as Buffalo improved to 2-1 under new head coach Sean McDermott. "I felt that Tyrod had a little more time to throw so shout out to the offensive line for doing that on some of those long pass plays", said Matthews. [Full Article...]
Trump slammed for Steph Curry tweet, NFL national anthem protest attack
While the choice would be made as a team to attend, Curry said at Media Day he would vote "no" in hopes to make a statement of Trump's direction in leading the country. Trump later added on Twitter that "if a player wants the privilege of making millions of dollars" that person "should not be allowed to disrespect" the flag or country. [Full Article...]
Odell Beckham willing to accept 'consequences' of his end zone antics
Five of 168 teams since 1980 have accomplished the feat the Giants will try to pull off: rallying from a 0-3 start to make the playoffs (2.9 percent). But credit the coaching staff for not losing it in the fourth quarter. "The offensive line played their tails off all the way across the board". It's an offensive unit, yeah. [Full Article...]
Chelsea Accepts £57million Offer For Diego Costa From Atletico Madrid
He's very committed on a technical, tactical and physical level", said the Italian."His behavior is always fantastic. "Every time I had the ball, I knew his next move, and he knew that I was going to give it to him, virtually every pass was a goal", he added. [Full Article...]
Mexico death toll rises to 325
A least four people were killed in addition to the more than 400 hundred deaths caused by the natural disasters since September 7 , when Mexicans witnessed the strongest quake in 32 years. At a school in southern Mexico City where 19 children and six adults had previously been reported killed, officials recovered another body on Sunday, that of an adult women. [Full Article...]
After Trump's tweets, Vikings players, coaches, owners lock arms during national anthem
Although the team would ideally have Bradford under center, Keenum played exceptionally well in Week 3. The Vikings nearly got one a year ago with Sam Bradford at quarterback. "The defense always shows up", Diggs said. Tampa Bay looked as good as advertised last weekend, and has the talent to go into a hostile environment in Minnesota and pull out the victory in this one. [Full Article...]
LeBron James' Next Move Depends On the NBA's Worst Starting Five
James , who had responded to Trump's tweet disinviting Warriors rival Stephen Curry to the White House, explained his choice of words to reporters in Cleveland . "It's not about disrespect for flag and military and people who served", he said. James referenced the white supremacist, neo-Nazi protest in Charlottesville, Virginia that claimed the life of a young woman, injured others and gave... [Full Article...]
Sadio Mane set for Liverpool start in Moscow, says Jurgen Klopp
But Klopp has indicated the 25-year-old forward will be brought straight back into the starting line-up following his absence. I think Liverpool will not lose but I do not see them leaving Moscow with all three points. Juergen Klopp's side drew their opening Champions League Group E game 2-2 with Sevilla . "He was in good shape before back problems and is now in good shape, that's really ... [Full Article...]
Darren Sproles has torn ACL on top of broken arm, report says
Eagles head coach Doug Pederson will meet the media at 1 p.m. Monday at the NovaCare Complex when he will likely address Sproles' injuries. He is the only player in National Football League history with at least 30 career receiving touchdowns (30), 20 rushing touchdowns (22), one kickoff returns for a touchdown (two) and one punt return for a touchdown (seven). [Full Article...]
Real Madrid to announce Marco Asensio's contract extension next week
Dortmund fell to a 3-1 Champions League defeat against Spurs at Wembley and will be hoping to get one over on Real, who have won the competition in the past two seasons. Madrid's run of scoring in 73 successive matches in all competitions ended when they lost 1-0 at home to Real Betis on 20 September. Madrid are without injured stars Marcelo , Karim Benzema (both hamstring) and Mateo Kovac... [Full Article...]
Aston Martin Expands its Partnership with Red Bull Racing
However, the magazine says Renault "has made a decision to end its relationship with Red Bull ", leaving the door open for Aston Martin to become more involved with the four-time champions. On this point, Palmer added: "The power unit discussions are of interest to us but only if the circumstances are right". Yes, Third Base is an Aston engine, but the new power unit regulations for F1 ar... [Full Article...]
Wenger To Make 10 Changes: Predicted Arsenal XI vs West Brom
And I believe that for (players that leave) it must be hard to make that step as well. One of the keys to a Gunners revival will be France striker Alexandre Lacazette finding form after a tepid start following his pre-season move from Lyon. [Full Article...]
Sports Ministry recommends PV Sindhu for Padma Bhushan
PV Sindhu will join Saina Nehwal and Pullela Gopichand to become the third shuttler to be conferred the Padma Bhushan. She has also been a two time bronze medallist at the World Championship, prior to her Rio stint previous year. PV Sindhu is surely inspiring many Indians. After all both these ace sportswomen have a lot in common-both play the same sports and are equally good at what they do. [Full Article...]
NASCAR Owners Will Fire Drivers Who Kneel During Nation Anthem
It appeared no drivers, crew or other team members protested during the national anthem Sunday prior to a race at New Hampshire Motorspeedway, earning praise from President Donald Trump . The protests reached unprecedented levels when Sunday's slate of games rolled around. Three teams didn't even come on the field for the Anthem. Yahoo Sports' Nick Bromberg noted standing for the national a... [Full Article...]